There is a small company in Galicia that is driving all the European van life enthusiasts crazy. It is called Van Cubic and invented something that seemed impossible: a camper kit in modules that transform an empty van into a complete camper without the need for tools, approvals or technical skills.
The secret is in a system of rails and hooks designed to be 100% reversible. And do you know how much this costs? Less than what you would spend to “camperize” a van in the traditional way.
Two modules for a complete camper kit
The heart of the VanCubic system is two self-designed modules that fit perfectly into the cargo area of any L2H2 or larger van. The first module combines kitchen and bathroom in one incredibly compact yet functional space. The bathroom uses a retractable system with a shower tray that lowers from the wall and a curtain that extends from above when needed.
The kitchen includes a gas stove, sink, full-height refrigerator and even a dishwasher (yes, you read that right). The second module houses the living area with a sofa that converts into a 120×190 cm double bed, using the entire width of the van. As an option, you can add bunk beds, a folding table and additional wardrobes.
No homologation, no bureaucracy
The real innovation of VanCubic is not only in the design, but in the installation system that completely bypasses the homologation regulations. The modules are fixed via rails and attachment systems that do not require permanent modifications to the vehicle. According to Italian law, removable structures that can be removed without tools do not require changing the use of the vehicle.
This means that your van technically remains an N1 truck, with all the economic and bureaucratic advantages that this entails. As highlighted by several industry experts, you can circulate freely without risking sanctions, as long as you can demonstrate the immediate removability of the modules.
The Expanding Modular Camper Kit Market
VanCubic is not alone in this revolution. Italian companies like MVan e Coming Together offer similar solutions with prices starting at 2.600 euros for the basic modules. In Spain, Camperize produces modular kits starting from 499 euros for the plywood version.
The success of these camper kits lies in their flexibility: you can start with a basic module and add elements over time, according to your needs and financial possibilities. As the experts at AutoEvolution explain, VanCubic modules are compatible with Ford Transit, Fiat Ducato, Mercedes Sprinter and Volkswagen Crafter.
Prices and future prospects
VanCubic offers three configurations: Basic, Loft and Premium, with prices starting from 15.990 euros. According to NewAtlas, each module includes a portable Ecoflow battery to power LED lights and a water pump, while heating is provided by portable electric stoves to maintain removability.
Jordan Diaz e Ivan Bastero, founders of VanCubic, have already sold more than 50 modules and plan to open new points of sale in France by 2025. As I told you in this article, modularity represents the future of camping, even if in more sophisticated versions.
The idea of being able to transform your work vehicle into a mobile weekend home, without touching screws or dealing with bureaucratic procedures, is conquering a growing market share. And frankly, after seeing how these systems work, it is difficult to imagine going back.
